10-day “Balkans Adventure”
This 10-day tour of the Balkans is enough to explore historic cities, mountains, lakes, rivers, beautiful coastlines, rolling fields and hidden places.
Have you dreamed of boating across great lakes? Have you pictured climbing up to view medieval monasteries? Do you want an in-depth history of Serbia’s incredible past from a fully licensed local guide? How about a thrilling drive along Kosovo’s mountain roads?
Whatever parts of the Balkans call out to you, a 10-day trip is enough for a true adventure. Let us know what you have in mind and we can tailor your tour itinerary to meet your needs – and your imagination…
10 Day 5 Countries Balkan Tour Itinerary
SERBIA – ROMANIA – BULGARIA – KOSOVO – MACEDONIA
Day 1: Belgrade, Serbia
→ City tour of Belgrade
Visit the Belgrade fortress “Kalemegdan” (Enduring fortress built in 535 BCE) with a view to Sava and Danube rivers; The Pobednik Monument (Monument inside the Belgrade fortress); Church of the Holy Mother of God / Crkva Ruzica (Serbian Orthodox church located inside the Belgrade fortress); The “Knez Mihaylova” pedestrian street; t. Sava cathedralS (The biggest Orthodox cathedral in the Balkans ); The House of Flowers (Josip Broz Tito mausoleum); History museum of Yugoslavia; The Republic square, The National Assembly, The bombed buildings,
During your free time you can take a walk around the Belgrade waterfront or enter some of the museums in Belgrade: Nikola Tesla Museum; The History museum of Serbia; etc.Overnight in Belgrade
Day 2: Novi Sad, Serbia
→ Transfer to Novi Sad
Visit the old town and the Petrovadian fortress→ Transfer to Timisoara, Romania
Free time in TimisoaraOvernight in Timisoara
Day 3: Sibiu and Sighisoara
Visit the Consul tower of Sibiu, the Large Square, the bridge of Lies, Sibiu Lutheran Cathedral;→ Transfer to Sighisoara→ City tour and free time
Day 4: Bran and Sinaia castles, Brasov, Romania
Visit the Peles castle and Dracula’s castle (Bran castle)→ Transfer to Brasov
Free time in BrasovOvernight in Brasov
Day 5: Bucharest, Romania
Visit the Palace of Parliament, Old town, Piata Victoriei, Cec Palace, unirii Square, Revolution square, National Museum of Romanian history, Constitution square, Lui Carol monument, Palace of justice.Overnight in Bucharest
Day 6: Veliko Tarnovo, Bulgaria
Visit the Tsarevets fortress and the craft streetOvernight in Veliko Tarnovo
Day 7: Sofia, Bulgaria
Visit the Historical center of Sofia and the most interesting sights in the area. Visit the St. Nedelya square; Nedelya church; St Sofia Monument; St. Petka Church; The old Serdika Ruins; The mineral springs; The council of ministers; The Rotunda “Saint George”; The Presidency; The mosque “Banya Bashi”; The National archaeology museum (not going inside); The National Bank of Bulgaria; Knyaz Alexander Battenberg Square; The King’s palace; The Russian church; St. Sofia Church; The National Theater; The Monument of the “unknown soldier”; The Alexander Nevski Memorial Church; The city garden; The museum of Sofia.Overnight in Sofia
Day 8: Rila monastery and Skopje
Explore the biggest monastery complex on Balkans→ Transfer to Skopje, Macedonia (3-4 hours)→ Walking city tour (1.5 – 2 hours ) and free time in the afternoon
Visit the Old muslim quarter, the Stone bridge, the Macedonia square, the Memorial house of Mother Teresa, the “Warrior on a horse” monument, the “Mustafa Pasha” mosque, the Skopje art bridge, the “Daut Pasha” Hamam, the “Mothers of Macedonia” fontain, The Divers statue, Kapan Han, the King Samuil monument, the Archeological museum building Overnight in Skopje
Day 9: Prizren, Kosovo
Depart from Skopje after breakfast→ Transfer to Prizren via the mountain road
Visit the city center; Our Lady of Ljeviš Church (14th-century Serbian Orthodox church); Sinan Pasha Mosque (17th Century mosque)→ Transfer back to SkopjeOvernight in Skopje
Day 10: Ohrid, Macedonia
Visit the Ohrid lake, the Monument of St. Naum of Ohrid, the Monument of St Kliment Ohridski, Catcher of a cross monument, the Church of St Sofia, “St Kiril and Metodius” monument, the Ancient theatre of Ohrid; the St John at Kaneo church.→ Boat ride or transfer to St. Naum MonasteryOvernight in Ohrid, MacedoniaEnd of the tour
What your 10-day Balkan tour price includes
- Your fully licensed guide, who’ll be on hand to teach as well as translate
- A unique experience – you can add destinations, cut stops, whatever you want to create your perfect Balkans trip
- Have one of our advisors talent-spot the best places to stay in every city
- Enjoy private tours for four people – or even for up to 50 people!
- Know you’ll be comfortable every step of the way – there’s plenty of room and air conditioning
Chat with us about your trip plans
Send us a quick email or fill in our booking form to give us all the details of your dream Balkans trip. You’re free to edit any details of the tour you want. Have us pick you up from the airport if you need us to!
Once we know the details, we can send you a detailed and fully costed quote. There’s no commitment, cost or obligation.
Let us know what you want from your unique Balkans adventure today!
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Benefits
Private tour! No other tourists!
Friendly local tour guide
Starting point and time at your convenience
Breaks and photo stops at your convenience
Pay cash at the end of the tour
Includes
- Licensed local tour guide
- Entrance for the museums (upon request)
Excludes
- Food and drinks
- Tips and gratuities
- Personal expenses
Good to Know
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes is recommended
Don’t forget your camera